Bachelor of Applied Science

(120 Credit Hours)

Program Director

Barry Puett
941-752-5656 Bradenton
941-408-1300, ext. 65656 Venice
puettb@scf.edu

Program Description and Goal:

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Safety Administration Program provides associate degree graduates in areas such as law enforcement, paralegal, fire science and emergency management with an educational pathway that leads to a bachelor’s degree with workforce skills that are desired in the government and the private sectors. Coursework includes the areas of public safety, homeland security, management, administrative law, crisis and disaster issues and terrorism prevention. Employment options include positions such as fire chief, deputy chief, battalion chief, fire inspector, fire marshal, emergency management coordinator, training officer, captain and lieutenant (fire and law enforcement), emergency management officer, state trooper, emergency management communications center chief and mitigation coordinator. Work settings include fire and rescue departments, law enforcement agencies, emergency management operations and facilities, and planning and utilities departments.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Safety Administration Program include:

1. A 2.0 GPA on a scale of 4.0;
2. Earned a minimum of an Associate in Science/Associate in Applied Science (in criminal justice technology or fire science technology) or an Associate in Arts degree from a regionally accredited education institution;
3. Completed College Level Academic Skills (CLAS) or equivalent, unless exempt;
4. Successfully completed the prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better.

Prerequisite Courses:

There are no prerequisites aside from holding related associate degree. Students who hold an A.S./A.A.S. degree also must complete the general education requirements for an A.A. (the exact amount of coursework needed will depend upon the A.S./A.A.S. degree program).